1971 Tatra T603 vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 41 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1971 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 34 kg more than 1971 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo, 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Tatra T603 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Tatra | Citroen |
| Model | T603 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 240 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 | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
