2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 935 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.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601. 2009 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1964 Trabant P 601 has manual transmission. 1964 Trabant P 601 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda Tribute | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Mazda | Trabant |
Model | Tribute | P 601 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 24 L |