1958 Trabant P 50 vs. 1964 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1964 Trabant Universal is newer by 6 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 594 cc (2 cylinders), 1964 Trabant Universal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Trabant Universal (30 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Trabant Universal should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Trabant Universal weights approximately 4 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, 1964 Trabant Universal (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1964 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 | 1964 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Trabant | Trabant |
| Model | P 50 | Universal |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
