1963 Tatra T603 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Tatra T603 weights approximately 257 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 1963 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 1963 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic, 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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Tatra T603 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Tatra | Honda |
| Model | T603 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2545 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
