1965 Trabant Universal vs. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1965 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 575 kg more than 1965 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Trabant Universal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Trabant Universal | 1992 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Trabant | Vauxhall |
Model | Universal | Carlton |
Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 595 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2740 mm |