2000 Honda Civic vs. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Tatra Tatraplan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan weights approximately 106 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
Because 1948 Tatra Tatraplan 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 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1948 Tatra Tatraplan | |
Make | Honda | Tatra |
Model | Civic | Tatraplan |
Year Released | 2000 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |