2005 Toyota Vitz vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Vitz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 445 kg more than 1964 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 Toyota Vitz (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Vitz | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Toyota | Trabant |
| Model | Vitz | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 24 L |
