2001 Toyota Corolla vs. 1958 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 43 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (87 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 375 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (221 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Corolla | 1958 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Trabant |
| Model | Corolla | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
