1972 AMC Matador vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 16 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 855 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, 1972 AMC Matador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | AMC | Trabant |
| Model | Matador | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2390 mm |
