1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1961 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 8 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 304 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 1969 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1961 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Trabant |
| Model | GT | Universal |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2030 mm |
