1969 Fiat 124 vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 1969 Fiat 124 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 124 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Tatra T603 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124.
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, 1962 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 124 | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Fiat | Tatra |
| Model | 124 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
