1961 Trabant Universal vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 909 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Trabant Universal | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Trabant | Hyundai |
| Model | Universal | i40 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2770 mm |
