1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 495 kg more than 1964 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 Hyundai Lantra (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Trabant |
| Model | Lantra | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 24 L |
