1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 39 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 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 140 kg more than 1956 Tatra T603. 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, 1995 Ford Scorpio (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Scorpio | T603 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
