1985 Ford Telstar vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1985 Ford Telstar is newer by 21 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Telstar weights approximately 415 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, 1985 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Telstar | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Telstar | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2030 mm |
