1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 14 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 155 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, 1970 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
| Model | Vega | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
