2006 Honda Element vs. 1963 Trabant Universal
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 43 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1963 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1963 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 193 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 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1963 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Honda | Trabant |
| Model | Element | Universal |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2030 mm |
