1966 Trabant P 601 vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 305 kg more than 1966 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, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Trabant P 601 | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Trabant | Volkswagen |
| Model | P 601 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2480 mm |
