1965 Tatra T603 vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 47 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1965 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1965 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 554 kg more than 1965 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Kia Carnival, 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Tatra T603 | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Tatra | Kia |
Model | T603 | Carnival |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2472 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |