1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1971 Tatra T603
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1971 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Tatra T603 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 1971 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 1971 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1971 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Honda | Tatra |
| Model | Prelude | T603 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
