1998 Honda Civic vs. 1960 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 38 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1960 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Civic weights approximately 440 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, 1998 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 1960 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Honda | Trabant |
| Model | Civic | Universal |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
