2001 Lada Samara II vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2001 Lada Samara II is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Samara II weights approximately 355 kg more than 1967 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 Lada Samara II (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lada Samara II | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Lada | Trabant |
Model | Samara II | P 601 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2030 mm |