1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 1963 Tatra T603 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 54 kg more than 1963 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Tatra |
| Model | Tickford | T603 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
