1981 Renault Rodeo vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1981 Renault Rodeo 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault Rodeo (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault Rodeo should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault Rodeo weights approximately 105 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.
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 Renault Rodeo (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Renault Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault Rodeo | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Renault | Trabant |
| Model | Rodeo | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 24 L |
