1987 Dodge 600 vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1987 Dodge 600 is newer by 20 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 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge 600 weights approximately 550 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, 1987 Dodge 600 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge 600 | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Dodge | Trabant |
| Model | 600 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2030 mm |
