1957 Tatra T603 vs. 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900

To start off, 1957 Tatra T603 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Tatra T603 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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, 1957 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Tatra T603 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900
Make Tatra Alfa Romeo
Model T603 1900
Year Released 1957 1952
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 2545 cc 1884 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 94 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 158 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2710 mm


 

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