1993 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 36 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 80 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, 1993 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm). This means 1993 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Applause | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Trabant |
| Model | Applause | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2390 mm |
