1995 Audi A4 vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1995 Audi A4 is newer by 27 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A4 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A4 weights approximately 625 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, 1995 Audi A4 (150 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Audi | Trabant |
| Model | A4 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2030 mm |
