2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 714 kg more than 1960 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Nissan | Tatra |
| Model | Pathfinder | T603 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
