1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1957 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 Alfa Romeo 2600 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Trabant |
Model | 2600 | P 70 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |