1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 16 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 185 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.
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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Fiesta | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 24 L |
