1983 Honda Prelude vs. 1966 Tatra T603
To start off, 1983 Honda Prelude is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1966 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1966 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Tatra T603 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Because 1966 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 1966 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Honda Prelude, 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, 1966 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Prelude | 1966 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Honda | Tatra |
| Model | Prelude | T603 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
