1987 Audi Coupe vs. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 1987 Audi Coupe is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Tatra Tatraplan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan weights approximately 196 kg more than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Because 1948 Tatra Tatraplan 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 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe, 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, 1987 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Audi Coupe | 1948 Tatra Tatraplan | |
Make | Audi | Tatra |
Model | Coupe | Tatraplan |
Year Released | 1987 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |