1958 Trabant P 70 vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1962 Vauxhall Velox is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 385 kg more than 1958 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, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Trabant P 70 | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Trabant | Vauxhall |
Model | P 70 | Velox |
Year Released | 1958 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |