1973 Honda 145 vs. 1958 Tatra T603
To start off, 1973 Honda 145 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Tatra T603 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145, 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, 1958 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1958 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Honda | Tatra |
| Model | 145 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
