1991 Rover 100 vs. 1961 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 30 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 100 weights approximately 204 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, 1991 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 1961 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Rover | Trabant |
| Model | 100 | Universal |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
