1967 Trabant P 601 vs. 1981 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1981 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 14 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Triumph Acclaim weights approximately 195 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.
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, 1981 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Trabant P 601 | 1981 Triumph Acclaim | |
Make | Trabant | Triumph |
Model | P 601 | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 595 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2330 mm |