1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1989 Dodge Spirit is newer by 24 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 701 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, 1989 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Spirit | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Dodge | Trabant |
Model | Spirit | P 601 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2030 mm |