1995 Acura Legend vs. 1966 Trabant P 601

To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601.

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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura Legend 1966 Trabant P 601
Make Acura Trabant
Model Legend P 601
Year Released 1995 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 595 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 23 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 53 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 3560 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1520 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 24 L


 

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