2004 Audi A6 vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 36 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 1085 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.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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 A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Audi | Trabant |
Model | A6 | P 601 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 24 L |