2001 Honda Civic vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 465 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 Honda Civic (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Honda | Trabant |
Model | Civic | P 601 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 24 L |