1955 Tatra T603 vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 55 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 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1955 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Tatra T603 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Because 1955 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Tatra T603 | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Tatra | Dodge |
| Model | T603 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |
