2005 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 49 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 796 cc, 2005 Chevrolet Spark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Spark (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Trabant P 70 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Spark.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Spark (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Spark | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
| Model | Spark | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 689 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 776 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
