1966 Tatra T603 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 45 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1966 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1966 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Tatra T603 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Tatra T603. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1966 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1966 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Tatra T603 | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Tatra | Chevrolet |
| Model | T603 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3310 mm |
