2008 Acura RDX vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 835 kg more than 1967 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX 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, 2008 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RDX | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Acura | Trabant |
Model | RDX | P 601 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |