1991 Opel Astra vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra is newer by 34 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Astra (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Astra weights approximately 90 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, 1991 Opel Astra (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Astra | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Opel | Trabant |
| Model | Astra | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
