1994 Ford Royale vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1994 Ford Royale is newer by 29 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601.
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 Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Royale | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Ford | Trabant |
Model | Royale | P 601 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2030 mm |