2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xsara 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Xsara (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 633 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, 2001 Citroen Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Citroen | Trabant |
| Model | Xsara | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 24 L |
