1977 Citroen CX vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 1977 Citroen CX is newer by 28 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Citroen CX weights approximately 95 kg more than 1949 Tatra T600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Tatra T600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Citroen CX, 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, 1977 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen CX | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Tatra |
| Model | CX | T600 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
