1965 Trabant P 601 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 43 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (105 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 612 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Trabant | Volkswagen |
| Model | P 601 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 55 L |
