1975 Renault 12 vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1975 Renault 12 is newer by 7 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 12 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 12 weights approximately 285 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, 1975 Renault 12 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 12 | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Renault | Trabant |
| Model | 12 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 24 L |
