1959 Tatra T603 vs. 1985 Ford Laser
To start off, 1985 Ford Laser is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Tatra T603 weights approximately 678 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Tatra T603 | 1985 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Tatra | Ford |
| Model | T603 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
