2004 Proton Gen-2 vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2004 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Gen-2 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Proton Gen-2 | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Proton | Trabant |
Model | Gen-2 | P 601 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2030 mm |