2005 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1664 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sequoia | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Toyota | Trabant |
| Model | Sequoia | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 24 L |
