2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1965 Trabant Universal
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1965 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1965 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1965 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Mazda | Trabant |
| Model | 6 | Universal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2030 mm |
