1965 Trabant Universal vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 is newer by 34 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1965 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 770 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, 1999 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Trabant Universal | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Trabant | Rover |
| Model | Universal | 75 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2750 mm |
