1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1975 Tatra T603
To start off, 1975 Tatra T603 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1975 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Tatra T603 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
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, 1975 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 1975 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Fiat | Tatra |
Model | 124 | T603 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |