1961 Tatra T603 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1961 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Tatra T603 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1961 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Tatra T603 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Tatra T603 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Tatra | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | T603 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
