1976 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 10 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer (93 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 275 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 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Trabant |
| Model | Lancer | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2030 mm |
