1956 Ford Popular vs. 1963 Tatra T603

To start off, 1963 Tatra T603 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Tatra T603 weights approximately 741 kg more than 1956 Ford Popular. 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, 1963 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Ford Popular 1963 Tatra T603
Make Ford Tatra
Model Popular T603
Year Released 1956 1963
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1172 cc 2545 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 26 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 158 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 1476 kg
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 5070 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2760 mm


 

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