2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1960 Trabant Universal
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 45 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1960 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1960 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1742 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 2005 Chevrolet Express 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1960 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
| Model | Express | Universal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2030 mm |
