2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 42 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1251 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 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Jeep | Trabant |
| Model | Patriot | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 24 L |
