1967 Trabant P 601 vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1967 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Trabant P 601 | 2004 Audi A4 | |
Make | Trabant | Audi |
Model | P 601 | A4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 595 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |