2006 Ford Focus vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 839 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 Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 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 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Focus | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 24 L |
