1985 Audi Coupe vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1985 Audi Coupe is newer by 21 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi Coupe weights approximately 365 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.
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, 1985 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi Coupe | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Audi | Trabant |
Model | Coupe | P 601 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2030 mm |