2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Doblo (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 605 kg more than 1964 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 Fiat Doblo (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Fiat | Trabant |
| Model | Doblo | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2030 mm |
