1998 Honda Civic vs. 1958 Tatra T603
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Tatra T603 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic.
Because 1958 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 1958 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic, 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, 1958 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 1958 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Honda | Tatra |
| Model | Civic | T603 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
