1965 Tatra T603 vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 1993 Kia Capital is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1965 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Tatra T603 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1993 Kia Capital.
Because 1965 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 1965 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital, 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, 1965 Tatra T603 (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital. 1993 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 1965 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1965 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Tatra T603 | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Tatra | Kia |
| Model | T603 | Capital |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
