2001 GMC Sonoma vs. 1960 Trabant Universal
To start off, 2001 GMC Sonoma is newer by 41 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1960 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1960 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 810 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.
Because 2001 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Trabant Universal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sonoma 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, 2001 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sonoma | 1960 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | GMC | Trabant |
| Model | Sonoma | Universal |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2030 mm |
