2003 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1959 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Trabant |
Model | 147 | P 70 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |