1996 Nissan Laurel vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1996 Nissan Laurel is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 715 kg more than 1968 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1996 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Laurel | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Nissan | Trabant |
| Model | Laurel | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2030 mm |
