1976 Audi 100 vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 1976 Audi 100 is newer by 20 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, 1956 Tatra T603 (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Tatra T603 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1976 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Audi 100, 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, 1956 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Audi | Tatra |
| Model | 100 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
