2004 AC Aceca vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 140 kg more than 1956 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, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | AC | Tatra |
| Model | Aceca | T603 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 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 | 1610 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |
