1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 625 kg more than 1956 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
Model | Corvette | P 70 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 6491 cc | 689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |