2008 Audi A4 vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 41 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 945 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, 2008 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Audi | Trabant |
Model | A4 | P 601 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |