1956 Trabant P 70 vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 755 kg more than 1956 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Trabant P 70 | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Trabant | Opel |
| Model | P 70 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 689 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2740 mm |
