1965 Trabant P 601 vs. 1987 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1987 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volkswagen Passat (70 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 425 kg more than 1965 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, 1987 Volkswagen Passat (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Trabant P 601 | 1987 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Trabant | Volkswagen |
| Model | P 601 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2560 mm |
