1974 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1974 Nissan Bluebird 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 340 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 Nissan Bluebird 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 Nissan Bluebird. 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 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Bluebird | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Nissan | Trabant |
| Model | Bluebird | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2030 mm |
