2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1974 Tatra T603
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 32 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 39 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Tatra T603 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
| Model | Spark | T603 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
