1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 727 kg more than 1968 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 AMC Javelin 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 1972 AMC Javelin. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1972 AMC Javelin (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | AMC | Trabant |
| Model | Javelin | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 24 L |
