1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo is newer by 14 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 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo weights approximately 198 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Trabant |
| Model | Cuneo | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |
