1956 Tatra T603 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1956 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Tatra T603 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Tatra | Citroen |
| Model | T603 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 2177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
