1966 Tatra T603 vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 44 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 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Tatra T603 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2010 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva 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, 1966 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Tatra T603 | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Tatra | Lada |
| Model | T603 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
