1996 Audi A3 vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 28 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (100 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 519 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, 1996 Audi A3 (136 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Audi | Trabant |
| Model | A3 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 26 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2030 mm |
