2002 Citroen C-Airdream vs. 1951 Tatra T600
To start off, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream is newer by 51 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C-Airdream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (208 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1951 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream should accelerate faster than 1951 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Tatra T600 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream.
Because 1951 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 1951 Tatra T600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream, 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, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (284 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C-Airdream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C-Airdream | 1951 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Tatra |
| Model | C-Airdream | T600 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
