1954 Ford Consul vs. 1964 Tatra T603
To start off, 1964 Tatra T603 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,470 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Tatra T603 (104 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Tatra T603 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1954 Ford Consul. 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, 1964 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 1964 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Consul | T603 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
