2002 Acura NSX vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 34 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 815 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 2002 Acura NSX 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 2002 Acura NSX. 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, 2002 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Acura | Trabant |
| Model | NSX | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 24 L |
