2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 40 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | E-150 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 24 L |
