1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 32 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 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 380 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, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda RX-7 | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Trabant |
| Model | RX-7 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
