1999 Ford Expedition vs. 1963 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 36 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1963 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1963 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1700 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.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Trabant Universal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Expedition | 1963 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Expedition | Universal |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2030 mm |
