1964 Trabant P 601 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 46 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 3,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 1090 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 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera 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 | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Trabant | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | P 601 | Brera |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 3193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 70 L |
