2006 Subaru Baja vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja 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 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 895 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 Subaru Baja 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 Subaru Baja 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 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Baja | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Subaru | Trabant |
| Model | Baja | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 24 L |
