1982 Suzuki Jimny vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 1982 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 33 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Tatra T600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Tatra T600 (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Tatra T600 should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Tatra T600 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1982 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1949 Tatra T600 (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Tatra T600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Suzuki Jimny | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Tatra |
| Model | Jimny | T600 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1949 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 538 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
