1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 44 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 (154 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
| Model | 190 | T600 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
