1991 Citroen BX vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 34 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 20 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Tatra T603 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1991 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1957 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Citroen | Tatra |
| Model | BX | T603 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
