1996 Honda Legend vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1996 Honda Legend is newer by 31 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 1055 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Honda | Trabant |
Model | Legend | P 601 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 24 L |