2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2000 Lotus Extreme 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 700 cc, 2000 Lotus Extreme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Extreme (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Extreme should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Trabant P 601 weights approximately 159 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Because 2000 Lotus Extreme 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 Lotus Extreme. 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 Lotus Extreme (180 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus Extreme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus Extreme | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Lotus | Trabant |
Model | Extreme | P 601 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 700 cc | 595 cc |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 53 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 456 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2030 mm |