1966 Nissan President vs. 1961 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1966 Nissan President is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan President weights approximately 939 kg more than 1961 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Nissan President 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 1966 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1966 Nissan President (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Nissan President | 1961 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Nissan | Trabant |
| Model | President | Universal |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2030 mm |
