2007 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2007 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 42 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 971 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.
Because 2007 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Ridgeline | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Honda | Trabant |
Model | Ridgeline | P 601 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 24 L |