1973 Lancia 2000 vs. 1973 Tatra T603
To start off, both 1973 Lancia 2000 and 1973 Tatra T603 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,470 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia 2000 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Tatra T603 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1973 Lancia 2000.
Because 1973 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 1973 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Lancia 2000, 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, 1973 Lancia 2000 (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia 2000 | 1973 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Lancia | Tatra |
| Model | 2000 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
