1989 Honda Concerto vs. 1970 Tatra T603
To start off, 1989 Honda Concerto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1970 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Tatra T603 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Because 1970 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 1970 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto, 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, 1970 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1970 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Concerto | 1970 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Honda | Tatra |
| Model | Concerto | T603 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
