2001 Acura CL vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2001 Acura CL is newer by 36 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 965 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, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Acura | Trabant |
| Model | CL | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 24 L |
