1961 Trabant Universal vs. 2011 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa is newer by 50 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Musa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Musa weights approximately 612 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, 2011 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Trabant Universal | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Trabant | Lancia |
| Model | Universal | Musa |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |
