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Trabant P 601 1967

General information

ModelTrabant P 601
Year1967
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating41.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size595 ccm (36.31 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement595 ccm (36.31 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 2 cylinder (twin)
Max power23.00 PS (17 kW or 23 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque53.00 Nm (5.4 kgf-m or 39.1 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min.
Compression7.6:1
Bore x stroke72.0 x 73.0 mm (2.8 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0374 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3050 litres (806 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight615 kg (1,355.8 pounds)
Overall length3560 mm (140.2 inches)
Overall width1520 mm (59.8 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2030 mm (79.9 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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