2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 765 kg more than 1968 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (170 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Opel | Trabant |
Model | Meriva | P 601 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 24 L |