2006 Toyota Matrix vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2006 Toyota Matrix 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Matrix (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 740 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 Toyota Matrix (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Matrix | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Toyota | Trabant |
| Model | Matrix | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2030 mm |
