2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 537 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.
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 Stilo (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Fiat | Trabant |
| Model | Stilo | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 24 L |
