1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Tatra T603 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tatra |
| Model | 75 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
