1967 Trabant P 601 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 45 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601.
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, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Trabant | Mitsubishi |
Model | P 601 | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
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 | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2576 mm |