1989 Honda Integra vs. 1974 Tatra T603
To start off, 1989 Honda Integra is newer by 15 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, 1989 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Tatra T603 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra.
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, 1989 Honda Integra, 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, 1974 Tatra T603 (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Honda | Tatra |
| Model | Integra | T603 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
