2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 10 kg more than 1962 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Subaru | Tatra |
| Model | Legacy | T603 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
