1962 DAF 750 vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1962 DAF 750 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 746 cc (2 cylinders), 1962 DAF 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 DAF 750 (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 DAF 750 should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Trabant P 70 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1962 DAF 750.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 DAF 750 (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 DAF 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 750 | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | DAF | Trabant |
| Model | 750 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 662 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2390 mm |
