1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 1973 Tatra T603
To start off, 1973 Tatra T603 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Tatra T603 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1956 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1956 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Zodiac | 1973 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Zodiac | T603 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
