2009 Tata Indica vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Tatra T603 (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Tatra T603 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica, 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, 1956 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Tata | Tatra |
| Model | Indica | T603 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
