1985 Ford Laser vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1985 Ford Laser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Laser (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Laser weights approximately 207 kg more than 1967 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, 1985 Ford Laser (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Laser | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Laser | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |
