1985 Audi 200 vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1985 Audi 200 is newer by 19 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 795 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 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 200 | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Audi | Trabant |
Model | 200 | P 601 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 24 L |