2004 Audi A6 vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 837 kg more than 1964 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, 2004 Audi A6 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Audi | Trabant |
Model | A6 | P 601 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 100 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 24 L |