1996 Renault Safrane vs. 1960 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 36 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1960 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1960 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 865 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Safrane | 1960 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Renault | Trabant |
| Model | Safrane | Universal |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2030 mm |
