1974 Tatra T603 vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Echo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Echo. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Tatra T603 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1999 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo, 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, 1974 Tatra T603 (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Tatra T603 | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T603 | Echo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
