2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Tatra T603 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1962 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tatra |
| Model | Terios | T603 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
