1971 Tatra T603 vs. 1981 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Florian is newer by 10 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 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Tatra T603 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Florian. 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 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Florian. 1981 Isuzu Florian has automatic transmission and 1971 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1971 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Isuzu Florian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Tatra T603 | 1981 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Tatra | Isuzu |
| Model | T603 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
