1972 Fiat 127 vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 1972 Fiat 127 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Tatra T603 weights approximately 782 kg more than 1972 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 127, 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, 1962 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 127 | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Fiat | Tatra |
| Model | 127 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 688 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |
