1954 Fiat 500 vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 1963 Tatra T603 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Tatra T603 weights approximately 866 kg more than 1954 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:
| 1954 Fiat 500 | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Fiat | Tatra |
| Model | 500 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 568 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
