2001 MCC ForTwo vs. 1974 Tatra T603
To start off, 2001 MCC ForTwo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Tatra T603 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2001 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1974 Tatra T603 (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 MCC ForTwo | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | MCC | Tatra |
| Model | ForTwo | T603 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2760 mm |
