1980 Fiat 126 vs. 1967 Tatra T603
To start off, 1980 Fiat 126 is newer by 13 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, 1967 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Tatra T603 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126. 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, 1967 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 1967 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Fiat | Tatra |
| Model | 126 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2760 mm |
