1949 Tatra T600 vs. 2003 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2003 Toyota Highlander is newer by 54 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 515 kg more than 1949 Tatra T600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Highlander 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, 2003 Toyota Highlander 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, 2003 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Tatra T600 | 2003 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T600 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
