1978 Lada 1200 vs. 1974 Tatra T603
To start off, 1978 Lada 1200 is newer by 4 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, 1974 Tatra T603 (104 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1200. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Tatra T603 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1978 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lada 1200 | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Lada | Tatra |
Model | 1200 | T603 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 85 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |