1966 Trabant P 601 vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 44 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (217 HP) has 194 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1306 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.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 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 | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Trabant | Volvo |
| Model | P 601 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 70 L |
