1979 Dodge Omni vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 1979 Dodge Omni is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Tatra T603 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1979 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Omni, 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, 1957 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Omni | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Dodge | Tatra |
| Model | Omni | T603 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
