1985 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 506 kg more than 1956 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 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Firebird | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Trabant |
| Model | Firebird | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2390 mm |
