1951 Tatra T600 vs. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Tatra T600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1951 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1951 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Tatra T600 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont.
Because 1951 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 1951 Tatra T600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont, 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, 1951 Tatra T600 (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1951 Tatra T600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Tatra T600 | 1986 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Tatra | Vauxhall |
| Model | T600 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
