2005 Audi A6 vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 1025 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.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Audi | Trabant |
| Model | A6 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 24 L |
