1959 Tatra T603 vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 54 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, 2013 Nissan Versa (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1959 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Tatra T603 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa.
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, 2013 Nissan Versa, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Tatra T603 | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Tatra | Nissan |
| Model | T603 | Versa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 1600 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 | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
