1977 Chrysler Centura vs. 1952 Tatra T600
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Centura is newer by 25 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1952 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1952 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Tatra T600 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1977 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Centura | 1952 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tatra |
| Model | Centura | T600 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
