1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 25 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1959 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Trabant |
Model | 33 | P 70 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |