1978 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1978 Autobianchi A 112 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 901 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Autobianchi A 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Autobianchi A 112 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Autobianchi A 112 should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Trabant P 70 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1978 Autobianchi A 112.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Autobianchi A 112 (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Autobianchi A 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Autobianchi A 112 | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Trabant |
Model | A 112 | P 70 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 901 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2390 mm |