1964 Trabant P 601 vs. 2001 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2001 Kia Magentis is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Magentis (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Magentis weights approximately 705 kg more than 1964 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Kia Magentis (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601. 2001 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 1964 Trabant P 601 has manual transmission. 1964 Trabant P 601 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Trabant P 601 | 2001 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Trabant | Kia |
| Model | P 601 | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
