1958 Trabant P 50 vs. 1963 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1963 Trabant Universal is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 50 would be higher. At 595 cc (2 cylinders), 1963 Trabant Universal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Trabant Universal (23 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Trabant Universal should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Trabant Universal weights approximately 10 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Trabant Universal (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1963 Trabant Universal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Trabant P 50 | 1963 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Trabant | Trabant |
| Model | P 50 | Universal |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
