1949 Tatra T600 vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 60 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1050 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, 2009 Kia Carnival, 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, 2009 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Tatra T600 | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Tatra | Kia |
Model | T600 | Carnival |
Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |