1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1952 Tatra T600
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 24 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1952 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1952 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Tatra T600 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1952 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Holden | Tatra |
| Model | Sunbird | T600 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
