1960 Austin 7 vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1966 Trabant P 601 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Austin 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin 7 (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin 7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Trabant P 601 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1960 Austin 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Austin 7 (60 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm). This means 1960 Austin 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin 7 | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Austin | Trabant |
Model | 7 | P 601 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 53 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 24 L |