1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1955 Tatra T603
To start off, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 3 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 23 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Tatra T603 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1955 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1955 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1955 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tatra |
Model | Giulietta | T603 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1955 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |