1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1961 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1971 Mazda Familia is newer by 10 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 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Familia (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Familia weights approximately 78 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Familia (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 1961 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Mazda | Trabant |
| Model | Familia | Universal |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2030 mm |
