1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 31 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 230 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 (176 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Trabant |
| Model | 90 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
