1963 Tatra T603 vs. 1995 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1995 Toyota Previa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Previa weights approximately 139 kg more than 1963 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Previa, 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, 1995 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Tatra T603 | 1995 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T603 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
