2005 Citroen C vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 525 kg more than 1966 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 Citroen C (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Citroen | Trabant |
| Model | C | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 24 L |
