1973 Tatra T603 vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,470 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1973 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Tatra T603 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T603 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
