1991 Ford Scorpio vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 1991 Ford Scorpio is newer by 30 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, 1991 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1961 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Tatra T603 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1991 Ford Scorpio.
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 Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Tatra T603. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Scorpio | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Scorpio | T603 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
