1976 Nissan Skyline vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 1976 Nissan Skyline is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Skyline (136 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Tatra T603 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1976 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1976 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Skyline | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Nissan | Tatra |
| Model | Skyline | T603 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
