2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 810 kg more than 1956 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 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Vel Satis | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Renault | Trabant |
Model | Vel Satis | P 70 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2390 mm |