1953 Fiat 1900 vs. 1974 Tatra T603
To start off, 1974 Tatra T603 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Tatra T603 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1900. 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, 1974 Tatra T603 (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1900 | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Fiat | Tatra |
| Model | 1900 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
