1986 Dodge Charger vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1986 Dodge Charger is newer by 20 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Dodge Charger (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Charger weights approximately 435 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.
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, 1986 Dodge Charger (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Dodge | Trabant |
| Model | Charger | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2030 mm |
