1989 Holden Apollo vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1989 Holden Apollo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Apollo weights approximately 355 kg more than 1957 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, 1989 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Apollo | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Holden | Trabant |
Model | Apollo | P 70 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |