1964 Trabant P 601 vs. 1975 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1975 Triumph TR6 is newer by 11 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 470 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 1975 Triumph TR6 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 1975 Triumph TR6. 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, 1975 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph TR6 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 | 1975 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Trabant | Triumph |
| Model | P 601 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 64 L |
