2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 1971 Tatra T603
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 25 kg more than 1971 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 1971 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 (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 1971 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Subaru | Tatra |
| Model | Legacy | T603 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
