1994 Citroen AX vs. 1963 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1963 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1963 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen AX weights approximately 8 kg more than 1963 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, 1994 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1963 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Citroen | Trabant |
| Model | AX | Universal |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2030 mm |
