1996 Rover 200 vs. 1952 Tatra T600
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1952 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1952 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Tatra T600 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
Because 1952 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 1952 Tatra T600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, 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, 1996 Rover 200 (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 1952 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Rover | Tatra |
| Model | 200 | T600 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
