2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 36 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 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 105 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, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Trabant |
| Model | Charade | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2030 mm |
