1971 Dodge Dart vs. 1974 Tatra T603
To start off, 1974 Tatra T603 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Tatra T603 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1971 Dodge Dart. 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, 1971 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Dodge | Tatra |
| Model | Dart | T603 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
