1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 1982 Avanti Avanti is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 64 kg more than 1963 Tatra T603. 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Avanti Avanti | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Avanti | Tatra |
| Model | Avanti | T603 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
