1961 Trabant Universal vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 40 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 664 kg more than 1961 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Trabant Universal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Trabant Universal | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Trabant | Honda |
| Model | Universal | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
