2007 Subaru Forester vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 895 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.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Subaru | Trabant |
| Model | Forester | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 24 L |
