1949 Allard J2 vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1965 Trabant P 601 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard J2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard J2 would be higher. At 5,416 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Allard J2 (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J2 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J2 weights approximately 365 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 1949 Allard J2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Allard J2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Trabant P 601, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J2 | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Allard | Trabant |
| Model | J2 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5416 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 24 L |
