1959 Tatra T603 vs. 1988 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1988 Toyota Corolla is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Tatra T603 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1988 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1959 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Tatra T603 | 1988 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Tatra | Toyota |
Model | T603 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2545 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |