1989 Holden Commodore vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1989 Holden Commodore is newer by 22 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Commodore weights approximately 695 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.
Because 1989 Holden Commodore 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 1989 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1989 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Commodore | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Holden | Trabant |
Model | Commodore | P 601 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2030 mm |