1961 Trabant Universal vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 49 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1378 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.
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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Trabant Universal | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Trabant | Chrysler |
Model | Universal | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 44 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 2044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3078 mm |