1954 Fiat 500 vs. 1975 Tatra T603
To start off, 1975 Tatra T603 is newer by 21 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 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Tatra T603 weights approximately 860 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 | 1975 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Fiat | Tatra |
| Model | 500 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 568 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1470 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 |
