2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 2045 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 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
| Model | Silverado | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2660 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 24 L |
