2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 1958 Tatra T603
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Picasso (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1958 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1958 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Tatra T603 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Because 1958 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Citroen Picasso (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 1958 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Citroen | Tatra |
| Model | Picasso | T603 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
