1964 Trabant P 601 vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1979 Triumph TR7 is newer by 15 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 (4 cylinders), 1979 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 430 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 1979 Triumph TR7 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 1979 Triumph TR7. 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, 1979 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Triumph TR7 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 | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Trabant | Triumph |
| Model | P 601 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 55 L |
