2009 Audi TT vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 42 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 321 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.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT 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 TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi TT | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Audi | Trabant |
Model | TT | P 601 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2030 mm |