1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 30 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 875 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.
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 Scorpio (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Scorpio | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 24 L |
