2006 Ford Focus vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 598 kg more than 1964 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 Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Focus | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 100 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 24 L |
