1961 Trabant Universal vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1968 Trabant P 601 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 593 cc (2 cylinders), 1968 Trabant P 601 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Trabant P 601 (26 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Trabant P 601 should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Trabant Universal weights approximately 51 kg more than 1968 Trabant P 601.
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, 1968 Trabant P 601 (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Trabant P 601 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Trabant Universal | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Trabant | Trabant |
| Model | Universal | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
