2008 MG ZR vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2008 MG ZR 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 MG ZR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZR (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZR weights approximately 480 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 MG ZR (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 MG ZR | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | MG | Trabant |
| Model | ZR | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2030 mm |
