1983 Peugeot 205 vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 18 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 205 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 175 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, 1983 Peugeot 205 (89 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 205 | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Trabant |
| Model | 205 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 24 L |
