2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 41 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 930 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, 2006 Fiat Palio II (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Palio II | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Fiat | Trabant |
Model | Palio II | P 601 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 24 L |