1966 Fiat 2300 vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 1966 Fiat 2300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Tatra T603 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1966 Fiat 2300.
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, 1966 Fiat 2300 (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 2300 | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Fiat | Tatra |
Model | 2300 | T603 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |