1976 Citroen CX vs. 1967 Tatra T603
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1967 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Tatra T603 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 1967 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 1967 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Tatra T603. 1976 Citroen CX has automatic transmission and 1967 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1967 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Citroen CX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1967 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Citroen | Tatra |
| Model | CX | T603 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
