1954 Jeep CJ vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 1960 Tatra T603 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,543 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Tatra T603 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ 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, 1960 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jeep CJ | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Jeep | Tatra |
| Model | CJ | T603 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2760 mm |
