1991 Audi 100 vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 23 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 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 795 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, 1991 Audi 100 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Audi | Trabant |
| Model | 100 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
