1964 Trabant Universal vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 49 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1964 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1240 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Trabant Universal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Trabant Universal | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Trabant | Toyota |
| Model | Universal | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1781 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 80 L |
