1983 Citroen CX vs. 1974 Tatra T603
To start off, 1983 Citroen CX is newer by 9 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Tatra T603 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1983 Citroen CX.
Because 1974 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 1974 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX, 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, 1983 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Citroen | Tatra |
| Model | CX | T603 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
