1941 GAZ 61 vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1959 Trabant P 70 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 GAZ 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 GAZ 61 would be higher. At 3,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 GAZ 61 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 GAZ 61 (85 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 GAZ 61 should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 GAZ 61 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1959 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 GAZ 61 | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | GAZ | Trabant |
| Model | 61 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2390 mm |
