2004 Ford Fusion vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2004 Ford Fusion 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Fusion (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Fusion weights approximately 530 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, 2004 Ford Fusion (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fusion | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Fusion | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 24 L |
