1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Tatra T603. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
| Model | Camaro | T603 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
