2001 Audi TT vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2001 Audi TT is newer by 33 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi TT weights approximately 775 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.
Because 2001 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Audi TT (225 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Audi | Trabant |
| Model | TT | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2030 mm |
