2006 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 41 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 663 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Trabant |
| Model | 147 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 24 L |
