1996 Audi A4 vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 650 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 A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A4 | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Audi | Trabant |
Model | A4 | P 601 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 24 L |