1991 Ford Mustang vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 1991 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Tatra T603 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1991 Ford Mustang.
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, 1991 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Mustang | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Mustang | T603 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
