1961 Tatra T603 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1961 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Tatra T603 weights approximately 223 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1961 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 1961 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Tatra T603. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Tatra T603 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Tatra | Volkswagen |
| Model | T603 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
