2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Tatra Tatraplan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan weights approximately 103 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 1948 Tatra Tatraplan 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 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (146 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 1948 Tatra Tatraplan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
| Model | Aveo | Tatraplan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
