1986 Ford Meteor vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1986 Ford Meteor is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1966 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, 1986 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Meteor | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Meteor | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 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 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |
