1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 1959 Tatra T603
To start off, 1959 Tatra T603 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Tatra T603 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Zodiac | 1959 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | Zodiac | T603 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 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 |