1967 Tatra T603 vs. 1981 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1981 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 14 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, 1981 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1967 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1967 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Tatra T603 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1981 Triumph Acclaim.
Because 1967 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Triumph Acclaim, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Tatra T603 | 1981 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Tatra | Triumph |
| Model | T603 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
