1964 Trabant P 601 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 43 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), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 678 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601. 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Trabant P 601 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Trabant | Volkswagen |
| Model | P 601 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| 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 | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 55 L |
