1977 Ford Granada vs. 1959 Tatra T603
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 18 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1959 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Tatra T603 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada.
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, 1977 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1959 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Granada | T603 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
