1989 Renault 25 vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1989 Renault 25 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 25 weights approximately 530 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 Renault 25 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Renault 25 | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Renault | Trabant |
Model | 25 | P 601 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2030 mm |