1967 Austin A 60 vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 1967 Austin A 60 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Tatra T603 (94 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Tatra T603 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1967 Austin A 60. 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 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin A 60 | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Austin | Tatra |
Model | A 60 | T603 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 94 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |