1957 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1957 Alvis TC 108 G is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Alvis TC 108 G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alvis TC 108 G (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alvis TC 108 G should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Alvis TC 108 G weights approximately 565 kg more than 1955 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, 1957 Alvis TC 108 G (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alvis TC 108 G | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Alvis | Trabant |
| Model | TC 108 G | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2390 mm |
