1989 Citroen XM vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 23 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 805 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, 1989 Citroen XM (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Citroen | Trabant |
| Model | XM | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 24 L |
