1999 Audi A4 vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 32 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1967 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 Audi A4 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Audi | Trabant |
| Model | A4 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2030 mm |
