1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 1973 Fiat 126 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Tatra T603 weights approximately 896 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. 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, 1963 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Fiat | Tatra |
| Model | 126 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2760 mm |
