2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1957 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.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Ford | Trabant |
Model | Expedition | P 601 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 53 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 24 L |