1985 Mazda 121 vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1985 Mazda 121 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 121 (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 121 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1967 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 Mazda 121 (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mazda 121 | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Mazda | Trabant |
Model | 121 | P 601 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1138 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2030 mm |