2003 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 43 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, 2003 Daewoo Nubira (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Tatra T603 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Nubira.
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, 2003 Daewoo Nubira, 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, 2003 Daewoo Nubira (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Nubira | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Tatra |
| Model | Nubira | T603 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
