2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 754 kg more than 1968 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Mondeo | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1369 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 |
