1945 Fiat 500 vs. 1951 Tatra T600
To start off, 1951 Tatra T600 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Tatra T600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Tatra T600 (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1945 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Tatra T600 should accelerate faster than 1945 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Tatra T600 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1945 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Fiat 500 | 1951 Tatra T600 | |
Make | Fiat | Tatra |
Model | 500 | T600 |
Year Released | 1945 | 1951 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |