2006 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1961 Trabant Universal
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 689 kg more than 1961 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Trabant Universal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Tacoma | 1961 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Toyota | Trabant |
| Model | Tacoma | Universal |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2030 mm |
