1956 Tatra T603 vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1974 Avanti Avanti is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 110 kg more than 1956 Tatra T603. 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 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Tatra T603 | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Tatra | Avanti |
| Model | T603 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 6569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
