1966 Trabant P 601 vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 45 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 (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 895 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 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Trabant | Suzuki |
| Model | P 601 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 63 L |
