2001 Opel Omega vs. 1955 Trabant P 70

To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 46 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 785 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, 2001 Opel Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Opel Omega 1955 Trabant P 70
Make Opel Trabant
Model Omega P 70
Year Released 2001 1955
Engine Size 3175 cc 690 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 22 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 54 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 3750 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2390 mm


 

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