2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 44 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 869 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Mondeo | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 100 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 24 L |
