1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1964 Trabant P 601 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1600 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 1600 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1964 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 1600 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 1959 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Abarth | Trabant |
| Model | 1600 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 100 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2030 mm |
