2005 Lotus Elise vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,543 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Tatra T603 weights approximately 685 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Elise | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Lotus | Tatra |
Model | Elise | T603 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |