1967 Ford 12 M vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1967 Ford 12 M is newer by 2 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 1,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford 12 M (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford 12 M weights approximately 237 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 1967 Ford 12 M 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 1967 Ford 12 M. 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, 1967 Ford 12 M (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford 12 M | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Ford | Trabant |
Model | 12 M | P 601 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1183 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 24 L |