1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1965 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1965 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 858 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 1970 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 1965 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
| Model | Camaro | Universal |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2030 mm |
