2004 Lada Niva vs. 1968 Tatra T603
To start off, 2004 Lada Niva is newer by 36 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 25 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Tatra T603 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lada Niva 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, 1968 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada Niva | 1968 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Lada | Tatra |
| Model | Niva | T603 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
