1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1960 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1960 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1960 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 285 kg more than 1960 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1960 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Fiat | Trabant |
| Model | Tipo | Universal |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |
