1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1959 Tatra T603
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 34 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 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1959 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Tatra T603 weights approximately 444 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1959 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tatra |
| Model | Lancer | T603 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
