2003 Dodge Caravan vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2003 Dodge Caravan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Caravan (146 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1968 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 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Caravan | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Dodge | Trabant |
| Model | Caravan | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 24 L |
