1996 Acura Integra vs. 1959 Tatra T603
To start off, 1996 Acura Integra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1959 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Tatra T603 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1996 Acura Integra.
Because 1959 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 1959 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Acura 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, 1996 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura Integra | 1959 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Acura | Tatra |
Model | Integra | T603 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |