1965 Trabant Universal vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 32 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1965 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 515 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.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Trabant Universal | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Trabant | Volkswagen |
| Model | Universal | Golf |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |
