1974 Tatra T603 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 77 kg more than 1974 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord, 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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Tatra T603 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Tatra | Honda |
| Model | T603 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2741 mm |
