1960 Ford Popular vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 1960 Ford Popular is newer by 11 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Tatra T600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Tatra T600 (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Tatra T600 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Tatra T600 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1960 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Popular | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Popular | T600 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
