1996 Renault Safrane vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 49 kg more than 1963 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane, 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Safrane | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Renault | Tatra |
| Model | Safrane | T603 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
