1955 Tatra T603 vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1955 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 320 kg more than 1955 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Tatra T603 | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T603 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
