1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1961 Trabant Universal
To start off, both 1961 Citroen 2CV and 1961 Trabant Universal were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1961 Trabant Universal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Trabant Universal (20 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Trabant Universal should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Trabant Universal weights approximately 171 kg more than 1961 Citroen 2CV. 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, 1961 Trabant Universal (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Trabant Universal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Citroen 2CV | 1961 Trabant Universal | |
Make | Citroen | Trabant |
Model | 2CV | Universal |
Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 44 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |