1967 Tatra T603 vs. 2005 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2005 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1967 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1967 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 324 kg more than 1967 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Ipsum, 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, 2005 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Tatra T603 | 2005 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T603 | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
