1968 Opel GT vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1968 Opel GT 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 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel GT (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel GT weights approximately 255 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 Opel GT 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 Opel GT. 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 Opel GT (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel GT | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Opel | Trabant |
Model | GT | P 601 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 24 L |