1964 Tatra T603 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,470 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1964 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1964 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Tatra T603 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1964 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 1964 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1964 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 2002 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1964 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1964 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Tatra T603 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T603 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
