2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 49 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1810 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
| Model | Silverado | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2660 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2390 mm |
