1970 Tatra T603 vs. 2010 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2010 Lancia Musa is newer by 40 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 15 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Tatra T603 weights approximately 192 kg more than 2010 Lancia Musa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Musa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Tatra T603 | 2010 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Tatra | Lancia |
| Model | T603 | Musa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
