1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1959 Tatra T603
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Tatra T603 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1959 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1959 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Abarth | Tatra |
| Model | 1300 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2760 mm |
