2001 Audi A2 vs. 1968 Tatra T603
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Tatra T603 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2, 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, 2001 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1968 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Audi | Tatra |
| Model | A2 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
