1998 Suzuki Vitara vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (79 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 381 kg more than 1966 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Suzuki Vitara | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Trabant |
| Model | Vitara | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2030 mm |
