2005 Audi A4 vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 37 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 1900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 835 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.
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 A4 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Audi | Trabant |
| Model | A4 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 24 L |
