2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 51 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), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 620 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
Model | Silverado | P 70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 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 | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2390 mm |