1952 Tatra T600 vs. 1970 Volvo 120
To start off, 1970 Volvo 120 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 120 (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1952 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1952 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Tatra T600 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1970 Volvo 120.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Volvo 120 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Tatra T600 | 1970 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Tatra | Volvo |
Model | T600 | 120 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |