1986 Honda Prelude vs. 1961 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1986 Honda Prelude is newer by 25 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Prelude weights approximately 309 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Prelude | 1961 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Honda | Trabant |
| Model | Prelude | Universal |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2030 mm |
