1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 1965 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1965 Trabant Universal is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 850 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Citroen 2CV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Citroen 2CV (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1965 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Citroen 2CV should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 75 kg more than 1965 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Trabant Universal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 Trabant Universal (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Trabant Universal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Citroen 2CV | 1965 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Citroen | Trabant |
| Model | 2CV | Universal |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |
