1961 Trabant Universal vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 928 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Trabant Universal | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Trabant | Honda |
| Model | Universal | Element |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2576 mm |
