1968 Trabant P 601 vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2001 Seat Alhambra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1968 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, 2001 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Trabant P 601 | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Trabant | Seat |
| Model | P 601 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 55 L |
