2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 40 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Picasso (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 705 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, 2007 Citroen Picasso (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Picasso | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Citroen | Trabant |
| Model | Picasso | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2030 mm |
