2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Kalina (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 465 kg more than 1964 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, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Lada | Trabant |
| Model | Kalina | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 100 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 24 L |
