1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 34 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 2 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Tatra T600 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Tatra T600 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. 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, 1983 Fiat 127, 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, 1949 Tatra T600 (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Tatra T600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat 127 | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
Make | Fiat | Tatra |
Model | 127 | T600 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1048 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |