1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1972 Austin Allegro is newer by 7 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Allegro (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Allegro weights approximately 215 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Austin Allegro (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Austin | Trabant |
| Model | Allegro | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 24 L |
