1964 Trabant Universal vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1964 Trabant Universal. (30 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 904 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.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Trabant Universal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant Universal. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Trabant Universal | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Trabant | Subaru |
| Model | Universal | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 65 L |
