2009 Mazda 3 vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 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 2,260 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 935 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.
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 Mazda 3 (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Mazda | Trabant |
| Model | 3 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 595 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2030 mm |
