1960 Tatra T603 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,543 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Tatra T603 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Tatra T603 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T603 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
