2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 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 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Fiat | Trabant |
Model | Panda | P 601 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |