1961 Trabant Universal vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 51 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 1134 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 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Trabant Universal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL 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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Trabant Universal | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Trabant | Acura |
| Model | Universal | TL |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2776 mm |
