1999 Honda Civic vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 50 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, 1999 Honda Civic (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Tatra T600 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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, 1999 Honda Civic, 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, 1949 Tatra T600 (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Tatra T600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
Make | Honda | Tatra |
Model | Civic | T600 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1949 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |