1964 Trabant P 601 vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 46 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1547 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.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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 | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Trabant | Hyundai |
| Model | P 601 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 75 L |
