2007 Hyundai Atos vs. 1968 Tatra T603
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 39 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 46 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Tatra T603 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Atos. 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, 2007 Hyundai Atos, 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1968 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Atos | 1968 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tatra |
| Model | Atos | T603 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |
