2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 50 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 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 450 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Trabant |
| Model | GT | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
