1966 Trabant P 601 vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ka (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ka weights approximately 440 kg more than 1966 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, 2010 Ford Ka (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Trabant P 601 | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Trabant | Ford |
| Model | P 601 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 35 L |
