2006 Subaru Forester vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (163 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 965 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Forester (225 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Subaru | Trabant |
| Model | Forester | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 23 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2030 mm |
