1942 Fiat 500 vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 1961 Tatra T603 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Tatra T603 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1942 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Fiat 500 | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Fiat | Tatra |
| Model | 500 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 567 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
