1973 Tatra T603 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 32 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1973 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Tatra T603 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf, 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 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Tatra T603 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Tatra | Volkswagen |
| Model | T603 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
