2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 735 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 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Skoda Octavia | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Skoda | Trabant |
Model | Octavia | P 601 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2030 mm |