1996 Honda Today vs. 1961 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 35 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 1996 Honda Today is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Today weights approximately 44 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.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Trabant Universal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Honda Today (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Today will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1961 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Honda | Trabant |
| Model | Today | Universal |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
