2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 60 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 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 190 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
Make | Dodge | Tatra |
Model | Nitro | T600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3698 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |