2008 Peugeot Partner vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2008 Peugeot Partner is newer by 43 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 1,867 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot Partner (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot Partner should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 560 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, 2008 Peugeot Partner (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot Partner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot Partner | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Trabant |
| Model | Partner | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1867 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 24 L |
