1988 Ford RS 200 vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 1988 Ford RS 200 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1961 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Tatra T603 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1988 Ford RS 200.
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, 1988 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Tatra T603. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford RS 200 | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | RS 200 | T603 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |