1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 10 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 405 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.
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 (165 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 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 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Lancia | Trabant |
| Model | Beta | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 24 L |
