1965 Trabant P 601 vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1345 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 2010 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Trabant P 601 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Trabant | Dodge |
| Model | P 601 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 98 L |
