1970 Honda Z vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 1970 Honda Z is newer by 7 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, 1963 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Tatra T603 weights approximately 951 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Honda Z, 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, 1963 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1963 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Honda | Tatra |
| Model | Z | T603 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
