2005 Audi A4 vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 49 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1956 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Audi | Tatra |
| Model | A4 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
