1994 Citroen C 15 vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 1994 Citroen C 15 is newer by 45 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, 1949 Tatra T600 (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Tatra T600 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Tatra T600 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1994 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Tatra T600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen C 15, 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, 1949 Tatra T600 (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1949 Tatra T600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen C 15 | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
Make | Citroen | Tatra |
Model | C 15 | T600 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |