1985 Citroen CX vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 17 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 835 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, 1985 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Citroen | Trabant |
| Model | CX | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2030 mm |
