1984 Dodge Daytona vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1984 Dodge Daytona is newer by 20 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge Daytona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 520 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, 1984 Dodge Daytona (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Daytona | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Dodge | Trabant |
| Model | Daytona | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2030 mm |
