1961 Trabant Universal vs. 1958 Trabant P 50
To start off, 1961 Trabant Universal is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 50 would be higher. Both 1961 Trabant Universal and 1958 Trabant P 50 are equipped with a 499 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Trabant Universal (20 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Trabant Universal should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Trabant Universal weights approximately 16 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Trabant Universal (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1961 Trabant Universal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Trabant Universal | 1958 Trabant P 50 | |
| Make | Trabant | Trabant |
| Model | Universal | P 50 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
