1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 40 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 420 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Trabant |
Model | 156 | P 70 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |