2002 MG TF vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,543 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Tatra T603 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 MG TF.
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, 1960 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1960 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MG TF | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | MG | Tatra |
| Model | TF | T603 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
