1999 Daihatsu SP-4 vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 is newer by 35 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 659 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 weights approximately 355 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.
Because 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 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, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601. 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 has automatic transmission and 1964 Trabant P 601 has manual transmission. 1964 Trabant P 601 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Trabant |
| Model | SP-4 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2030 mm |
