1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 1970 Tatra T603
To start off, 1970 Tatra T603 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Tatra T603 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep CJ2 | 1970 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Jeep | Tatra |
| Model | CJ2 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2760 mm |
