1977 Chrysler 1610 vs. 1974 Tatra T603
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1610 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler 1610 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1610 should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Tatra T603 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 1610.
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, 1974 Tatra T603 (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler 1610 | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tatra |
| Model | 1610 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
