1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1958 Trabant P 50
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 50 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1958 Trabant P 50 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Trabant |
Model | 75 | P 50 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2030 mm |