1997 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Alero (170 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 710 kg more than 1955 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 Oldsmobile Alero (271 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Alero | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Trabant |
| Model | Alero | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
