1985 Audi 100 vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 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 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (87 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 452 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 Audi 100 (172 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 100 | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Audi | Trabant |
Model | 100 | P 70 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |