1990 Proton Saloon vs. 1957 Trabant P 70

To start off, 1990 Proton Saloon is newer by 33 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Proton Saloon (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Proton Saloon weights approximately 70 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, 1990 Proton Saloon (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Proton Saloon 1957 Trabant P 70
Make Proton Trabant
Model Saloon P 70
Year Released 1990 1957
Engine Size 1299 cc 690 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 67 HP 22 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 55 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 920 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 3750 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2390 mm


 

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