1984 Nissan Leopard vs. 1959 Tatra T603
To start off, 1984 Nissan Leopard is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Leopard (213 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1959 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Tatra T603 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1984 Nissan Leopard.
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, 1984 Nissan Leopard (335 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Nissan Leopard | 1959 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Nissan | Tatra |
Model | Leopard | T603 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |