1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 11 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 421 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Lancia | Trabant |
| Model | Beta | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 100 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 24 L |
