2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Venture 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 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1060 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 Chevrolet Venture (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Venture | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
Model | Venture | P 601 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 24 L |