2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1135 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
| Model | Colorado | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2030 mm |
