1960 Tatra T603 vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 50 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 685 kg more than 1960 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Tatra T603 | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Tatra | Hyundai |
| Model | T603 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
