1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1965 Trabant P 601 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 837 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Trabant |
Model | Sports Convertible | P 601 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2030 mm |