1974 Lancia Stratos vs. 1951 Tatra T600
To start off, 1974 Lancia Stratos is newer by 23 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1951 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1951 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Tatra T600 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1974 Lancia Stratos.
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, 1974 Lancia Stratos (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lancia Stratos | 1951 Tatra T600 | |
Make | Lancia | Tatra |
Model | Stratos | T600 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1951 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 226 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 | 980 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |