1960 Trabant Universal vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 50 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1960 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 660 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Trabant Universal | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Trabant | Honda |
| Model | Universal | Civic |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2700 mm |
