2000 Ford Ranger vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2000 Ford Ranger is newer by 36 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 (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Ranger (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Ranger weights approximately 683 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.
Because 2000 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Trabant P 601, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ranger | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Ranger | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 24 L |
