2004 Opel Corsa vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa is newer by 48 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Corsa (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Corsa weights approximately 56 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, 2004 Opel Corsa (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Corsa | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Opel | Trabant |
| Model | Corsa | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
