1949 Tatra T600 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 56 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 109 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 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Tatra T600 | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Tatra | Volkswagen |
| Model | T600 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1968 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
