1965 Trabant P 601 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 37 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (383 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 1045 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.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Trabant P 601, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro 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 | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Trabant | Vauxhall |
Model | P 601 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 595 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 75 L |