1997 Peugeot 206 vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 206 is newer by 48 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, 1997 Peugeot 206 (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Tatra T600 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 206.
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, 1997 Peugeot 206, 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, 1997 Peugeot 206 (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 206 | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Tatra |
| Model | 206 | T600 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
