1967 Tatra T603 vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1973 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Tatra T603 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Tatra T603 | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
Make | Tatra | Triumph |
Model | T603 | Dolomite |
Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1854 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |