1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 1949 Tatra T600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Jeep CJ2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Jeep CJ2 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Tatra T600 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Tatra T600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 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, 1945 Jeep CJ2 (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1945 Jeep CJ2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep CJ2 | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Jeep | Tatra |
| Model | CJ2 | T600 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1949 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
