1989 Saab 900 vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1989 Saab 900 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 900 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 900 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1959 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 Saab 900 (273 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Saab 900 | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Saab | Trabant |
Model | 900 | P 70 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 273 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |