1964 Autobianchi Primula vs. 1964 Trabant Universal
To start off, both 1964 Autobianchi Primula and 1964 Trabant Universal were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Autobianchi Primula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Autobianchi Primula (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1964 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Autobianchi Primula should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Autobianchi Primula weights approximately 174 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 Autobianchi Primula (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1964 Autobianchi Primula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Primula | 1964 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Trabant |
| Model | Primula | Universal |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 24 L |
