2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 925 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.
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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Frontier | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Nissan | Trabant |
| Model | Frontier | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 24 L |
