1949 Tatra T600 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 57 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, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Tatra T600 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 1949 Tatra T600 (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1949 Tatra T600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Tatra T600 | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Tatra | Volkswagen |
| Model | T600 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
