1959 Tatra T603 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1959 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 35 kg more than 1959 Tatra T603. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Tatra T603 | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Tatra | Volkswagen |
| Model | T603 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2651 mm |
