1965 Trabant P 601 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 41 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1071 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, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caddy 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Trabant | Volkswagen |
| Model | P 601 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 13.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2690 mm |
