2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey is newer by 40 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1415 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, 2005 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Odyssey | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Honda | Trabant |
| Model | Odyssey | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 24 L |
