1960 Austin A 90 vs. 1965 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1965 Trabant Universal is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 90 (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1965 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 840 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 1960 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Trabant Universal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 1965 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Austin | Trabant |
| Model | A 90 | Universal |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2030 mm |
