1960 Tatra T603 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 53 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 695 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 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Tatra T603 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T603 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
