1973 Tatra T603 vs. 1962 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1973 Tatra T603 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,470 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Tatra T603 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1962 Volvo P 1800. 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, 1973 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Tatra T603 | 1962 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Tatra | Volvo |
Model | T603 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |