1952 Fiat 1400 vs. 1971 Tatra T603
To start off, 1971 Tatra T603 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Tatra T603 (104 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Tatra T603 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1400. 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, 1971 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1400 | 1971 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Fiat | Tatra |
| Model | 1400 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
