1985 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 30 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 280 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Trabant |
Model | 75 | P 70 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 1964 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |