2003 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1968 Tatra T603
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Tatra T603 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Copen, 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, 1968 Tatra T603 (170 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 1968 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Copen | 1968 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tatra |
| Model | Copen | T603 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |
