1971 Audi 100 vs. 1952 Tatra T600
To start off, 1971 Audi 100 is newer by 19 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, 1971 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1952 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1952 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Tatra T600 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1971 Audi 100.
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, 1971 Audi 100, 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, 1971 Audi 100 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1952 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Audi | Tatra |
| Model | 100 | T600 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
