1970 Tatra T603 vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Toyota Model F is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Tatra T603 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1988 Toyota Model F. 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 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Tatra T603 | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T603 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2240 mm |
