1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1970 Tatra T603
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1970 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Tatra T603 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1970 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Dodge | Tatra |
| Model | Dart | T603 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
