2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 593 kg more than 1966 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Expedition | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 24 L |
