2008 Isuzu I-350 vs. 1959 Tatra T603
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-350 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu I-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster than 1959 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu I-350 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1959 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu I-350 | 1959 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Tatra |
| Model | I-350 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
