1968 Tatra T603 vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1968 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Tatra T603 weights approximately 351 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1968 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 1968 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1968 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Tatra T603 | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Tatra | Hyundai |
Model | T603 | Accent |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4046 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2499 mm |