1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1961 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 20 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 384 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, 1981 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1961 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Opel | Trabant |
| Model | Ascona | Universal |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2030 mm |
