2005 Audi A3 vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 40 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1965 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, 2005 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Audi | Trabant |
Model | A3 | P 601 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 24 L |