1992 Honda NSX vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1992 Honda NSX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda NSX weights approximately 520 kg more than 1956 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, 1992 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda NSX | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Honda | Trabant |
Model | NSX | P 70 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2390 mm |