1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 1980 Nissan Patrol is newer by 31 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 905 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 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Tatra T600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Nissan | Tatra |
| Model | Patrol | T600 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |
