1999 Toyota Prius vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1999 Toyota Prius is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Prius (127 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Prius weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1965 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, 1999 Toyota Prius (108 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Prius | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Toyota | Trabant |
| Model | Prius | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2030 mm |
