1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1964 Trabant P 601 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 240 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 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Trabant |
| Model | Giulietta | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 24 L |
