1967 Tatra T603 vs. 2010 Kia Optima
To start off, 2010 Kia Optima is newer by 43 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, 2010 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1967 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1967 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Tatra T603 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2010 Kia Optima.
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, 2010 Kia Optima, 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, 2010 Kia Optima (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Tatra T603 | 2010 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Tatra | Kia |
| Model | T603 | Optima |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
