2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1955 Tatra T603
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1955 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Tatra T603 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1955 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Kia | Tatra |
| Model | Sportage | T603 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
