1990 Eagle Talon vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 1990 Eagle Talon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Tatra T603 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1990 Eagle Talon.
Because 1956 Tatra T603 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Talon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Eagle Talon (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Eagle Talon | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Eagle | Tatra |
| Model | Talon | T603 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
