1965 Trabant P 601 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 47 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 935 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Colt 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 | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Trabant | Mitsubishi |
| Model | P 601 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 47 L |
