2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1958 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Trabant P 70 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Corsa (108 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Corsa | 1958 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Opel | Trabant |
Model | Corsa | P 70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 54 Nm |
Vehicle Weight | 803 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |