1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1965 Trabant P 601 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 715 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, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Trabant |
Model | Spider | P 601 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 24 L |