2004 Hummer H2 vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2004 Hummer H2 is newer by 36 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hummer H2 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H2 weights approximately 2290 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 2004 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Hummer H2 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hummer H2 | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Hummer | Trabant |
| Model | H2 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2905 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 24 L |
