1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1968 Tatra T603
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1968 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1968 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 1968 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | F-150 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
