1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar is newer by 26 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 795 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.
Because 1990 Ford Aerostar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Trabant P 601, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Aerostar | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2030 mm |
