2009 Audi A3 vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 43 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 930 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 2009 Audi A3 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, 2009 Audi A3 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, 2009 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Audi | Trabant |
Model | A3 | P 601 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 24 L |