1996 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,543 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (101 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Tatra T603 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1996 Audi A4.
Because 1960 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 1960 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4, 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, 1960 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1960 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Audi | Tatra |
| Model | A4 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
