1974 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 6 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 593 cc (2 cylinders), 1968 Trabant P 601 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Trabant P 601 (26 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Trabant P 601 should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Trabant P 601 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina 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 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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, 1968 Trabant P 601 (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Trabant P 601 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Trabant |
| Model | Bianchina | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 24 L |
