1978 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 245 kg more than 1964 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Trabant |
| Model | Lancer | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 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 |
