1960 Tatra T603 vs. 2010 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2010 Kia Rondo 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 2,543 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rondo (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rondo weights approximately 45 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 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, 2010 Kia Rondo, 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, 2010 Kia Rondo (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Tatra T603 | 2010 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Tatra | Kia |
| Model | T603 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
