1964 Tatra T603 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 43 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1964 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Tatra T603 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Tatra T603. 2007 Toyota RAV4 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. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Tatra T603 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T603 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
