1956 Trabant P 70 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 55 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (230 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 805 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, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (318 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Impala 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Trabant | Chevrolet |
Model | P 70 | Impala |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 689 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2807 mm |