1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Tatra T603 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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, 1956 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1956 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tatra |
Model | Alfetta | T603 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |