1965 Trabant P 601 vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima is newer by 48 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Optima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Optima weights approximately 923 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, 2013 Kia Optima (365 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Optima 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 | 2013 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Trabant | Kia |
| Model | P 601 | Optima |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 70 L |
