1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1958 Tatra T603
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1958 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Tatra T603 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 1958 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Dodge | Tatra |
Model | Aspen | T603 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3686 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |