1977 Toyota Corona vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1977 Toyota Corona is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Corona weights approximately 150 kg more than 1955 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, 1977 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Corona | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Trabant |
| Model | Corona | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
