1967 Alpine A vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, both 1967 Alpine A and 1967 Trabant P 601 were released in the same year (1967). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alpine A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alpine A (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alpine A should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alpine A weights approximately 85 kg more than 1967 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Alpine A 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 1967 Alpine A. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alpine A | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Alpine | Trabant |
Model | A | P 601 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2030 mm |