1967 Citroen DS vs. 1951 Tatra T600
To start off, 1967 Citroen DS is newer by 16 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1951 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1951 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 282 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, 1967 Citroen DS, 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1951 Tatra T600 | |
Make | Citroen | Tatra |
Model | DS | T600 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |