1990 Nissan Laurel vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1990 Nissan Laurel is newer by 25 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 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Laurel (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 555 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.
Because 1990 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Trabant P 601, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Nissan Laurel (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Nissan Laurel | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Nissan | Trabant |
Model | Laurel | P 601 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1808 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2030 mm |