1960 Trabant Universal vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 49 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1960 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1960 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1355 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 2009 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Trabant Universal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Trabant Universal | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Trabant | SsangYong |
Model | Universal | Rexton |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 44 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2830 mm |