1988 Lada 2105 vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1988 Lada 2105 is newer by 22 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada 2105 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada 2105 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada 2105 should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2105 weights approximately 385 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.
Because 1988 Lada 2105 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 1988 Lada 2105. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1988 Lada 2105 (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Lada 2105 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2105 | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Lada | Trabant |
| Model | 2105 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2030 mm |
