1996 Ford Indigo vs. 1965 Tatra T603
To start off, 1996 Ford Indigo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1965 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1965 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Tatra T603 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Indigo | 1965 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | Indigo | T603 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |