2009 Pontiac Vibe vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Vibe 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (159 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601.
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 Pontiac Vibe (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Vibe | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Trabant |
| Model | Vibe | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 24 L |
