1960 Trabant Universal vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 52 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1960 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1960 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1044 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 2012 Ford Falcon 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 2012 Ford Falcon. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Trabant Universal | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Trabant | Ford |
| Model | Universal | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2838 mm |
