1994 Ford Escort vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1994 Ford Escort is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Escort weights approximately 450 kg more than 1968 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, 1994 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Escort | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Ford | Trabant |
Model | Escort | P 601 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |