1974 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1955 Tatra T603
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Tatra T603 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Consorte | 1955 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tatra |
| Model | Consorte | T603 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2760 mm |
