1952 Ford Vedette vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1965 Trabant P 601 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,157 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Vedette weights approximately 510 kg more than 1965 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Ford Vedette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Trabant P 601, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ford Vedette | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Ford | Trabant |
Model | Vedette | P 601 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2030 mm |