1971 Tatra T603 vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1980 TVR Tasmin is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1971 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Tatra T603 weights approximately 453 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
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, 1980 TVR Tasmin (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Tatra T603 | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Tatra | TVR |
| Model | T603 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1017 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
