1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 19 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 (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 290 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Trabant |
| Model | Alfetta | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
