2006 Toyota Tazz vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tazz is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,296 cc, 2006 Toyota Tazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tazz (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 740 kg more than 1968 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 Tazz (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Tazz | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Toyota | Trabant |
| Model | Tazz | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 593 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 24 L |
