1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1975 Tatra T603
To start off, 1975 Tatra T603 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1975 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Tatra T603 weights approximately 400 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, 1975 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Fiat | Tatra |
Model | 132 | T603 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |