1968 Trabant P 601 vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 43 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 625 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 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 | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Trabant | Suzuki |
| Model | P 601 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 50 L |
