1962 Tatra T603 vs. 1976 Volvo 260
To start off, 1976 Volvo 260 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volvo 260 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Tatra T603 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1976 Volvo 260.
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, 1976 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Tatra T603 | 1976 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Tatra | Volvo |
| Model | T603 | 260 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
