1990 Eagle Talon vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1990 Eagle Talon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Eagle Talon weights approximately 615 kg more than 1968 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, 1990 Eagle Talon (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Eagle Talon | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Eagle | Trabant |
| Model | Talon | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2030 mm |
