1957 Tatra T603 vs. 1977 Zastava 750
To start off, 1977 Zastava 750 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Tatra T603 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 64 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Tatra T603 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1977 Zastava 750. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Tatra T603 | 1977 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Tatra | Zastava |
| Model | T603 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
