2006 Audi TT vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 770 kg more than 1967 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 TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi TT | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Audi | Trabant |
Model | TT | P 601 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2030 mm |