1984 Ford Orion vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1984 Ford Orion is newer by 19 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 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Orion (54 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Orion weights approximately 335 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, 1984 Ford Orion (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Orion | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 24 L |
