2000 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 34 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), 2000 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tracker is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Tracker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Trabant P 601, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tracker | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
| Model | Tracker | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 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 | 97 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2030 mm |
