1955 Tatra T603 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Tatra T603 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1955 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Tatra T603 | 1975 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Tatra | Volkswagen |
| Model | T603 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
