1948 Tatra Tatraplan vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 279 kg more than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Tatra Tatraplan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Tatra Tatraplan | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Tatra | Toyota |
Model | Tatraplan | Avensis |
Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |