1987 Mazda 626 vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1987 Mazda 626 is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 626 (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 705 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, 1987 Mazda 626 (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 626 | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Mazda | Trabant |
| Model | 626 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2030 mm |
