1998 Audi A6 vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Because 1998 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Audi A6 (271 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Audi | Trabant |
| Model | A6 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2030 mm |
