1992 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1992 Mazda RX-7 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 2,615 cc, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 450 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 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mazda RX-7 | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Mazda | Trabant |
Model | RX-7 | P 70 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 2615 cc | 689 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |