1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 365 kg more than 1964 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo 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 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GT | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Trabant |
| Model | GT | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 100 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 24 L |
