1960 Ford Popular vs. 1973 Tatra T603
To start off, 1973 Tatra T603 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,470 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Tatra T603 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1960 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Popular | 1973 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Popular | T603 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2760 mm |
