1968 Trabant P 601 vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 42 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Thalia (104 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Thalia weights approximately 385 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, 2010 Renault Thalia (148 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Thalia 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 | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Trabant | Renault |
| Model | P 601 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2473 mm |
