2000 Holden Zafira vs. 1958 Tatra T603
To start off, 2000 Holden Zafira is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1958 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1958 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Tatra T603 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Holden Zafira.
Because 1958 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 1958 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira, 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, 2000 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Zafira | 1958 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Holden | Tatra |
| Model | Zafira | T603 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
