1999 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Tatra T603
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Tatra T603 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 1968 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 1968 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1968 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 1968 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1968 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Honda | Tatra |
Model | Civic | T603 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |