2008 Opel Antara vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1961 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 375 kg more than 1961 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Tatra T603. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Antara | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Opel | Tatra |
| Model | Antara | T603 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
