1964 Trabant P 601 vs. 2008 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2008 Seat Exeo is newer by 44 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 1,781 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Exeo weights approximately 785 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, 2008 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Exeo 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 | 2008 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Trabant | Seat |
Model | P 601 | Exeo |
Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 595 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2642 mm |