1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 24 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, 1973 Fiat 132 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Tatra T600 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132.
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, 1973 Fiat 132 (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 132 | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
Make | Fiat | Tatra |
Model | 132 | T600 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |