1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1969 Ford Zephyr is newer by 3 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 635 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.
Because 1969 Ford Zephyr 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 1969 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1969 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Zephyr | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Zephyr | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 24 L |
