2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1955 Tatra T603
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,898 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1955 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1955 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 245 kg more than 1955 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 1955 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Freestar | T603 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2760 mm |
