1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1964 Trabant P 601 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Alpine A 108 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alpine A 108 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alpine A 108 should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Trabant P 601 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Because 1962 Alpine A 108 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 1962 Alpine A 108. 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, 1962 Alpine A 108 (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Alpine A 108 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alpine A 108 | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Alpine | Trabant |
Model | A 108 | P 601 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 24 L |