1967 Trabant P 601 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 785 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.
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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Trabant | Volkswagen |
Model | P 601 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 595 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2651 mm |