1988 Peugeot 505 vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 505 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 505. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Tatra T603 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1957 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1957 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Peugeot 505 | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Tatra |
| Model | 505 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
