1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1974 Tatra T603
To start off, 1974 Tatra T603 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 48 kg more than 1974 Tatra T603. 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, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
Model | Camaro | T603 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |