2006 Honda Element vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 38 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 1377 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 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Honda | Trabant |
Model | Element | P 601 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 24 L |