1966 Maserati Mistral vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 1966 Maserati Mistral is newer by 5 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1961 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Tatra T603 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1966 Maserati Mistral.
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 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Tatra T603. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Maserati Mistral | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Maserati | Tatra |
| Model | Mistral | T603 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
