2007 Fiat Idea vs. 1952 Tatra T600
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Tatra T600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Idea (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1952 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1952 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Tatra T600 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Fiat Idea.
Because 1952 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 1952 Tatra T600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Idea, 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, 2007 Fiat Idea (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 1952 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Tatra |
| Model | Idea | T600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
