1999 Fiat Scudo vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1999 Fiat Scudo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Scudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Scudo (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 420 kg more than 1967 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, 1999 Fiat Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Scudo | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Fiat | Trabant |
| Model | Scudo | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
