1965 Trabant Universal vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 43 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1965 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 620 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, 2008 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Trabant Universal | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Trabant | Honda |
| Model | Universal | Civic |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |
