2008 Toyota Yaris vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 403 kg more than 1967 Trabant P 601.
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 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Yaris | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Toyota | Trabant |
| Model | Yaris | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 23 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1018 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2030 mm |
