2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Tatra T603 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tatra |
| Model | YRV | T603 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
