1964 Trabant P 601 vs. 2005 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Espace is newer by 41 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 1155 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.
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, 2005 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601. 2005 Renault Espace 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. 2005 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Trabant P 601 | 2005 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Trabant | Renault |
| Model | P 601 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 83 L |
