2007 Opel Astra vs. 1958 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 49 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 535 kg more than 1958 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, 2007 Opel Astra (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 1958 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Opel | Trabant |
| Model | Astra | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
