1972 Austin Marina vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1972 Austin Marina 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 1,273 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Marina weights approximately 265 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 1972 Austin Marina 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 Austin Marina. 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, 1972 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Austin | Trabant |
| Model | Marina | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 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 | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2030 mm |
