1964 Trabant P 601 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 41 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 539 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Trabant P 601 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Trabant | Volkswagen |
Model | P 601 | Polo |
Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 595 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 45 L |