2001 Honda Accord vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 695 kg more than 1964 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 Honda Accord (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Accord | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Honda | Trabant |
Model | Accord | P 601 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 24 L |