2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1970 Tatra T603
To start off, 2005 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 739 more horse power than 1970 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Tatra T603 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 820 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotec C 1000 | 1970 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Lotec | Tatra |
| Model | C 1000 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1540 mm |
