1974 Simca 1301 vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Tatra T603 weights approximately 456 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Simca | Tatra |
| Model | 1301 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
