1987 Citroen BX vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 26 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 23 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Tatra T603 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX, 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, 1961 Tatra T603 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Citroen | Tatra |
| Model | BX | T603 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
