2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1963 Trabant Universal

To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 46 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1963 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1963 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1295 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 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Trabant Universal.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Pilot 1963 Trabant Universal
Make Honda Trabant
Model Pilot Universal
Year Released 2009 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 595 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 250 HP 23 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 51 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 660 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 3370 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2030 mm