2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 2241 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 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Ford | Trabant |
Model | Five Hundred | P 601 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 24 L |