1965 Trabant P 601 vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 39 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 865 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 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 | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Trabant | Volvo |
| Model | P 601 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 70 L |
