1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1958 Trabant P 50
To start off, 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 50 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1958 Trabant P 50 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Trabant |
| Model | 1900 | P 50 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2030 mm |
