1995 Kia Retona vs. 1947 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 700 kg more than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 1947 Tatra Tatraplan | |
| Make | Kia | Tatra |
| Model | Retona | Tatraplan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1947 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
