1999 Honda Z vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Tatra T603 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z 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, 1961 Tatra T603 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Honda | Tatra |
| Model | Z | T603 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
