2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1960 Trabant Universal
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 47 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1960 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1960 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 902 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 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1960 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Honda | Trabant |
| Model | CR-V | Universal |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2030 mm |
