1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1958 Trabant P 50
To start off, 1958 Trabant P 50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Abarth 750 (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Trabant P 50 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Abarth 750 (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1957 Abarth 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 1958 Trabant P 50 | |
Make | Abarth | Trabant |
Model | 750 | P 50 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |