1950 Holden FX vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 1961 Tatra T603 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Tatra T603 (94 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Tatra T603 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1950 Holden FX. 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, 1961 Tatra T603 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Holden | Tatra |
| Model | FX | T603 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
