1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1955 Tatra T603
To start off, 1971 Holden Monaro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1955 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Tatra T603 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro.
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 Holden Monaro (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1955 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Holden | Tatra |
| Model | Monaro | T603 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
