1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 1960 Tatra T603 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,543 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Tatra T603 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1953 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, 1960 Tatra T603 (158 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1960 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Fiat | Tatra |
| Model | 1400 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
