1957 Tatra T603 vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Tatra T603 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2010 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4, 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, 1957 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1957 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Tatra T603 | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Tatra | Citroen |
| Model | T603 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
