1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1957 Tatra T603. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1957 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Tatra T603 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tatra |
| Model | Giulia | T603 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
