2006 Smart ForFour vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 1957 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 1957 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour, 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, 1957 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Smart | Tatra |
| Model | ForFour | T603 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
