1949 Tatra T600 vs. 1971 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Tatra T600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Tatra T600 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen K 70.
Because 1949 Tatra T600 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 1949 Tatra T600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Volkswagen K 70, 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, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Tatra T600 | 1971 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Tatra | Volkswagen |
| Model | T600 | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
