1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1958 Trabant P 70

To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 545 kg more than 1958 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 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 70.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Chevrolet Corvette 1958 Trabant P 70
Make Chevrolet Trabant
Model Corvette P 70
Year Released 1997 1958
Engine Size 5666 cc 690 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 345 HP 22 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 54 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3500 RPM
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 3750 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2390 mm


 

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