2009 Honda Accord vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 42 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 514 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.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Honda | Trabant |
Model | Accord | P 601 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2030 mm |