1982 Ford Granada vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Granada (74 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 620 kg more than 1967 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Granada 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 1982 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1982 Ford Granada (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Granada | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Ford | Trabant |
Model | Granada | P 601 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 23 HP |
Torque | 119 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2030 mm |