1972 Tatra T603 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1972 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 430 kg more than 1972 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Tatra T603. 2013 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1972 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1972 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Tatra T603 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T603 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1781 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3570 mm |
