2002 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2002 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 35 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 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler Sebring (149 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 837 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, 2002 Chrysler Sebring (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Sebring | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Trabant |
| Model | Sebring | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2030 mm |
