2008 Subaru Forester vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 870 kg more than 1968 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Forester | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Subaru | Trabant |
Model | Forester | P 601 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 24 L |