1996 Fiat Armadillo vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1996 Fiat Armadillo 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 1,998 cc, 1996 Fiat Armadillo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Armadillo (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Armadillo should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Armadillo weights approximately 759 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Armadillo (200 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm). This means 1996 Fiat Armadillo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Armadillo | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Fiat | Trabant |
| Model | Armadillo | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 593 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 615 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
