2003 Opel Corsa vs. 1951 Tatra T600
To start off, 2003 Opel Corsa is newer by 52 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Tatra T600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Corsa (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1951 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1951 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Tatra T600 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 Opel Corsa.
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, 2003 Opel Corsa, 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, 1951 Tatra T600 (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1951 Tatra T600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Corsa | 1951 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Opel | Tatra |
| Model | Corsa | T600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
