2008 Audi A3 vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 59 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 285 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 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Tatra T600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Audi | Tatra |
| Model | A3 | T600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
