1999 Subaru Impreza vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 1999 Subaru Impreza is newer by 39 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, 1960 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Tatra T603 weights approximately 324 kg more than 1999 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Impreza 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, 1960 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Impreza | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Subaru | Tatra |
| Model | Impreza | T603 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
