1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1959 Tatra T603
To start off, 1973 Fiat 128 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Tatra T603 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1959 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Fiat | Tatra |
| Model | 128 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |
