1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1958 Trabant P 50
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 50 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 330 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1958 Trabant P 50 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Trabant |
| Model | Spider | P 50 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2030 mm |
