1992 Holden Apollo vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1992 Holden Apollo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Apollo weights approximately 590 kg more than 1964 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, 1992 Holden Apollo (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Holden | Trabant |
| Model | Apollo | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2030 mm |
