1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Tatra T603 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1996 Honda Step Wagon.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Step Wagon | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Honda | Tatra |
| Model | Step Wagon | T603 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
