2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 33 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 885 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 2000 GAZ 3111 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 GAZ 3111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GAZ 3111 | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | GAZ | Trabant |
Model | 3111 | P 601 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2030 mm |