1960 Trabant Universal vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1970 Ford Cortina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1960 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1960 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 342 kg more than 1960 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina 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 1970 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Trabant Universal | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Trabant | Ford |
Model | Universal | Cortina |
Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 44 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2590 mm |