1999 Ford Expedition vs. 1952 Tatra T600
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 47 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1952 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1952 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1952 Tatra T600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Tatra T600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Expedition | 1952 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Expedition | T600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
