1975 Mazda 929 vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1975 Mazda 929 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 929 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1966 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Mazda 929 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 1975 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1975 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Mazda | Trabant |
| Model | 929 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 24 L |
