2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601.
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 Nissan Sentra (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Sentra | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Nissan | Trabant |
| Model | Sentra | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 24 L |
