1984 Renault 5 vs. 1955 Tatra T603
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Tatra T603 weights approximately 534 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 5 | 1955 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Renault | Tatra |
| Model | 5 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
