1983 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1966 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Crown Victoria | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Ford | Trabant |
Model | Crown Victoria | P 601 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2030 mm |