1961 Trabant Universal vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 52 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 1246 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 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Trabant Universal | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Trabant | Cadillac |
| Model | Universal | XTS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2831 mm |
