1965 Trabant P 601 vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 37 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 965 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Trabant P 601 | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Trabant | Acura |
| Model | P 601 | CL |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 65 L |
