2007 Saab 05-Sep vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 980 kg more than 1965 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 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saab 05-Sep | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Saab | Trabant |
| Model | 05-Sep | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 24 L |
