1997 Mazda 121 vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1997 Mazda 121 is newer by 29 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda 121 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 121 weights approximately 376 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, 1997 Mazda 121 (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda 121 | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Mazda | Trabant |
Model | 121 | P 601 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2030 mm |