1958 Tatra T603 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1958 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Tatra T603 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1958 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 1958 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1958 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1958 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Tatra T603 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Tatra | Toyota |
Model | T603 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2545 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |