2000 Chrysler ESX 3 vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 is newer by 35 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 (74 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1965 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, 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 (332 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Trabant |
| Model | ESX 3 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2030 mm |
