1961 Trabant Universal vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 46 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 959 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 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Trabant Universal | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Trabant | Volvo |
| Model | Universal | V50 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2650 mm |
