2005 Seat Leon vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 56 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, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 206 kg more than 1949 Tatra T600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Seat Leon, 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 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
Make | Seat | Tatra |
Model | Leon | T600 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |