1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1965 Tatra T603
To start off, 1965 Tatra T603 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Tatra T603 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1959 Abarth 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1965 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Abarth | Tatra |
| Model | 750 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
