1994 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1965 Tatra T603
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Tatra T603 weights approximately 183 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta, 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, 1965 Tatra T603 (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Beretta | 1965 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
| Model | Beretta | T603 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
