1989 Lancia Prisma vs. 1951 Tatra T600
To start off, 1989 Lancia Prisma is newer by 38 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, 1989 Lancia Prisma (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1951 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1951 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Tatra T600 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
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, 1989 Lancia Prisma, 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, 1951 Tatra T600 (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1951 Tatra T600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lancia Prisma | 1951 Tatra T600 | |
Make | Lancia | Tatra |
Model | Prisma | T600 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1951 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |