2000 Acura Integra vs. 1970 Tatra T603
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1970 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Tatra T603 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra.
Because 1970 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 1970 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Tatra T603. 2000 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1970 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1970 Tatra T603 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1970 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Acura | Tatra |
| Model | Integra | T603 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
