1983 Honda Quintet vs. 1974 Tatra T603
To start off, 1983 Honda Quintet is newer by 9 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 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Tatra T603 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1983 Honda Quintet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Tatra T603 (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Quintet | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Honda | Tatra |
Model | Quintet | T603 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |