1965 Trabant Universal vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 45 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1965 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 315 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 2010 Suzuki Equator 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 2010 Suzuki Equator. 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, 2010 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Trabant Universal | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Trabant | Suzuki |
| Model | Universal | Equator |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3200 mm |
