1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Tatra T603 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132.
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, 1956 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Fiat | Tatra |
| Model | 132 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
