1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1974 Avanti Avanti is newer by 9 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 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 965 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 1974 Avanti Avanti 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 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Avanti Avanti | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Avanti | Trabant |
Model | Avanti | P 601 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 6569 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2030 mm |