1975 Audi 50 vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1975 Audi 50 is newer by 8 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 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 50 (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50 should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 50 weights approximately 70 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.
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, 1975 Audi 50 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 50 | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Audi | Trabant |
Model | 50 | P 601 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |