1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 323 (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 323 weights approximately 255 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 323 (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Mazda | Trabant |
| Model | 323 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 615 kg |
