1962 Tatra T603 vs. 1978 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1978 Triumph TR7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Tatra T603 weights approximately 422 kg more than 1978 Triumph TR7.
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, 1978 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Tatra T603 | 1978 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Tatra | Triumph |
| Model | T603 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2170 mm |
