1966 Tatra T603 vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1966 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1966 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Tatra T603 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Because 1966 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 1966 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Tatra T603 | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T603 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
