1995 Opel Astra vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1995 Opel Astra is newer by 28 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Astra (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Astra weights approximately 393 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, 1995 Opel Astra (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Astra | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Opel | Trabant |
| Model | Astra | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2030 mm |
