2001 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu YRV (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 385 kg more than 1966 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu YRV 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 Daihatsu YRV (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu YRV | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Trabant |
| Model | YRV | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 24 L |
