1965 Trabant P 601 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 42 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 985 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna 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 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Trabant | Renault |
Model | P 601 | Laguna |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 595 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 70 L |