1995 Fiat 126 vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1995 Fiat 126 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 704 cc (2 cylinders), 1995 Fiat 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat 126 (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat 126 should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat 126 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1966 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Trabant P 601, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Trabant P 601 (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Trabant P 601 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat 126 | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Fiat | Trabant |
| Model | 126 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 24 L |
