1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1980 Dodge Aspen is newer by 15 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 870 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 1980 Dodge Aspen 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 1980 Dodge Aspen. 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, 1980 Dodge Aspen (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Aspen | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Dodge | Trabant |
Model | Aspen | P 601 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2030 mm |