1957 Tatra T603 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 55 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1957 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1957 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 65 kg more than 1957 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Tatra T603 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Tatra | Subaru |
| Model | T603 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2624 mm |
