1981 Ford Capri vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Tatra T603 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. 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, 1963 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | Capri | T603 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |