2008 Rover 75 vs. 1958 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 50 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 2,497 cc, 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 70.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 75 | 1958 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Rover | Trabant |
| Model | 75 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 690 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 22 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |
