1987 Citroen AX vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 99 kg more than 1964 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, 1987 Citroen AX (89 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Citroen | Trabant |
| Model | AX | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 100 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2030 mm |
