1985 Ford Granada vs. 1951 Tatra T600
To start off, 1985 Ford Granada 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Tatra T600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1951 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1951 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Granada weights approximately 65 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Granada (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Granada | 1951 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Granada | T600 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
