1974 Citroen CX vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX 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, both vehicles can yield 95 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 50 kg more than 1956 Tatra T603.
Because 1956 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 1956 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Citroen | Tatra |
| Model | CX | T603 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2760 mm |
