1972 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Tatra T700
To start off, 1997 Tatra T700 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tatra T700 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 1997 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Honda | Tatra |
| Model | Civic | T700 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3140 mm |
