1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1967 Trabant P 601 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Peugeot 204 (54 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 321 kg more than 1967 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, 1965 Peugeot 204 (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Peugeot 204 | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Peugeot | Trabant |
Model | 204 | P 601 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1130 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2030 mm |