1955 Tatra T603 vs. 1992 Toyota Century
To start off, 1992 Toyota Century is newer by 37 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1955 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Century weights approximately 330 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.
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, 1992 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Tatra T603 | 1992 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T603 | Century |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
