1994 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 27 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 900 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.
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, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mitsubishi Verada | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Trabant |
Model | Verada | P 601 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2030 mm |