2009 Ford Maverick vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Maverick weights approximately 903 kg more than 1967 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Maverick | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Maverick | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2288 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2030 mm |
