1970 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 865 kg more than 1955 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, 1970 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Impala | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
| Model | Impala | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2390 mm |
