1951 Tatra T600 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 56 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1951 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1951 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1951 Tatra T600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Tatra T600 | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Tatra | Volkswagen |
| Model | T600 | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 251 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 | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
