1982 Renault 11 vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 18 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 11 weights approximately 280 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, 1982 Renault 11 (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Renault 11 | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Renault | Trabant |
Model | 11 | P 601 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 100 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 24 L |