2004 Audi A3 vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 38 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 950 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.
Because 2004 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Audi | Trabant |
| Model | A3 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 24 L |
