1945 Jeep MB vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 1957 Tatra T603 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1945 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Tatra T603 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1945 Jeep MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep MB 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, 1957 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep MB | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Jeep | Tatra |
| Model | MB | T603 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3820 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2760 mm |
