1985 Cadillac Seville vs. 1951 Tatra T600
To start off, 1985 Cadillac Seville is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Cadillac Seville (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1951 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1951 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 504 kg more than 1951 Tatra T600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Tatra T600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1985 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac Seville | 1951 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tatra |
| Model | Seville | T600 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
