2007 Opel Astra vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 750 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 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Astra | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Opel | Trabant |
Model | Astra | P 601 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2030 mm |