1964 Trabant P 601 vs. 1970 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1970 Triumph GT6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 305 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 1970 Triumph GT6 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 1970 Triumph GT6. 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, 1970 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Trabant P 601 | 1970 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Trabant | Triumph |
| Model | P 601 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 63 L |
