1970 Audi 100 vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 1970 Audi 100 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1957 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Tatra T603 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1970 Audi 100.
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, 1970 Audi 100 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Audi 100 | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Audi | Tatra |
Model | 100 | T603 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1871 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |