2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1968 Tatra T603
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Tatra T603 weights approximately 730 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1968 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1968 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tatra |
| Model | Charade | T603 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2471 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
