1973 Opel Kadett vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1973 Opel Kadett is newer by 6 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Kadett weights approximately 180 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.
Because 1973 Opel Kadett 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 1973 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1973 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Kadett | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Opel | Trabant |
| Model | Kadett | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |
