1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1965 Trabant P 601 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 330 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 1954 Austin-Healey 100 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 1954 Austin-Healey 100. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Trabant |
Model | 100 | P 601 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2030 mm |