1995 Audi Coupe vs. 1968 Trabant P 601

To start off, 1995 Audi Coupe 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi Coupe (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi Coupe weights approximately 909 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.

Because 1995 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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 Coupe (357 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Audi Coupe 1968 Trabant P 601
Make Audi Trabant
Model Coupe P 601
Year Released 1995 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2226 cc 593 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 227 HP 26 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 54 Nm
Torque RPM 2100 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1524 kg 615 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 3560 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1520 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2030 mm


 

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