2005 Lada Niva vs. 1965 Tatra T603
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1965 Tatra T603 (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 1965 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Lada | Tatra |
| Model | Niva | T603 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
