2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 863 kg more than 1967 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Ford | Trabant |
Model | Mondeo | P 601 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2030 mm |