1969 Lotus Elan vs. 1951 Tatra T600
To start off, 1969 Lotus Elan is newer by 18 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, 1969 Lotus Elan (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1951 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1951 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Tatra T600 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan.
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, 1969 Lotus Elan (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Elan | 1951 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Lotus | Tatra |
| Model | Elan | T600 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1558 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 | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2710 mm |
