1952 Tatra T600 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 60 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Tatra T600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1952 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1952 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 147 kg more than 1952 Tatra T600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Tatra T600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Tatra T600 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Tatra | Kia |
| Model | T600 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
