1981 Ford Capri vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 370 kg more than 1964 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Capri 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 1981 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1981 Ford Capri (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Capri | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2030 mm |
