1956 Tatra T603 vs. 2009 Audi A3
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 53 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 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 140 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 2009 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Tatra T603 | 2009 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Tatra | Audi |
| Model | T603 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
