1997 Tatra T700 vs. 1951 Tatra T600
To start off, 1997 Tatra T700 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1951 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1951 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tatra T700 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1951 Tatra T600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Tatra T700 | 1951 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Tatra | Tatra |
| Model | T700 | T600 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
