2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1745 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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 Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
| Model | Express | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 24 L |
