1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1970 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 205 kg more than 1965 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Trabant P 601, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Toyota Corolla (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corolla | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Toyota | Trabant |
| Model | Corolla | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 24 L |
