1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1959 Tatra T603
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Tatra T603 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1959 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1959 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tatra |
| Model | 33 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
