1961 Tatra T603 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 50 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1961 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 79 kg more than 1961 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Tatra T603. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Tatra T603 | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Tatra | Chevrolet |
| Model | T603 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
