2006 Audi A6 vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 42 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 940 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, 2006 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Audi | Trabant |
Model | A6 | P 601 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 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 | 10.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 100 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 24 L |