2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 43 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 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 684 kg more than 1960 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
| Model | SSR | T603 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
