1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1974 Tatra T603
To start off, 1974 Tatra T603 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 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 63 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Tatra T603 weights approximately 444 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. 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:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Austin | Tatra |
| Model | A 40 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
