1990 Peugeot 505 vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 505 is newer by 24 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 505 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1966 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Peugeot 505 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 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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 Peugeot 505 (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Peugeot 505 | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Peugeot | Trabant |
Model | 505 | P 601 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2030 mm |