1948 Tatra T107 vs. 1978 Volvo 260
To start off, 1978 Volvo 260 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra T107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra T107 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1948 Tatra T107. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra T107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 260 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1948 Tatra T107. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Volvo 260 (219 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra T107. (118 Nm). This means 1978 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra T107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Tatra T107 | 1978 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Tatra | Volvo |
| Model | T107 | 260 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
