1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1968 Fiat 124 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 124 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1965 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 124 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 1968 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1968 Fiat 124 (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 124 | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Fiat | Trabant |
Model | 124 | P 601 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 23 HP |
Torque | 88 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 24 L |