2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 46 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Tatra T603 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tatra |
Model | SSR | T603 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |