1971 Tatra T603 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1971 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Tatra T603 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1971 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 1971 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Tatra T603 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T603 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 193 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 | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
