1962 Tatra T603 vs. 1982 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Florian is newer by 20 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, 1982 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Tatra T603 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Florian.
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, 1962 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Tatra T603 | 1982 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Tatra | Isuzu |
| Model | T603 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
