1989 Renault 19 vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1989 Renault 19 is newer by 25 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 19 (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 19 weights approximately 390 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, 1989 Renault 19 (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Renault 19 | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Renault | Trabant |
Model | 19 | P 601 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 24 L |