1998 Ford Contour vs. 1967 Tatra T603
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1967 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1967 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Tatra T603 weights approximately 228 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour.
Because 1967 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 1967 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour, 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, 1998 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 1967 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Ford | Tatra |
Model | Contour | T603 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |