1964 Trabant P 601 vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 902 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Trabant | Volkswagen |
Model | P 601 | CC |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 595 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 70 L |