1986 Opel Rekord vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1986 Opel Rekord is newer by 18 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Rekord (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 500 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.
Because 1986 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Trabant P 601, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Rekord (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Rekord | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Opel | Trabant |
Model | Rekord | P 601 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2030 mm |