1985 Ford Escort vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601.
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, 1985 Ford Escort (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Escort | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |
