1981 Audi 80 vs. 1964 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1964 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1964 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Trabant Universal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1964 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Audi | Trabant |
| Model | 80 | Universal |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2030 mm |
