2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 495 kg more than 1966 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 Fiat Strada (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Fiat | Trabant |
| Model | Strada | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 24 L |
