1999 Subaru Forester vs. 1971 Tatra T603
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1971 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Tatra T603 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Forester | 1971 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Subaru | Tatra |
| Model | Forester | T603 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
