1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1955 Tatra T603
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1955 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Tatra T603 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1955 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1955 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tatra |
| Model | 145 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
